who pays the transfer fee when selling a car in victoria

In Victoria, the responsibility for paying the vehicle transfer fee usually falls on the buyer, not the seller. When you sell your car, the buyer must notify VicRoads within 14 days and pay the transfer fee to officially register the vehicle in their name. The transfer fee is around $40, but this can vary slightly. Sellers should provide a completed transfer form to avoid penalties, but they don't stump up the transfer fee themselves. Always check the latest from VicRoads or ServiceCentral to avoid surprises.